Here in Greece, we’re still deep in the Lenten season, a 49-day period before Easter and a time of spiritual and physical cleansing. It’s a great time to reset, cleanse, and clarify intentions for the year. It also happens to be a great time to get back to the roots of the Mediterranean diet. Interestingly, some of the most delicious Greek foods are cooked during this time.
Roasted leg of lamb is a Greek classic, one of the most iconic recipes in the whole repertoire of Greek cuisine, and one played out millions of times over Easter, too. Greek lamb recipes are among the most popular in the world. This recipe, adapted from my very first book, The Food and Wine of […]
I raised my kids on Greek soup recipes and have more than a few up my proverbial sleeve, but this one, for chunky carrot tomato soup perfumed with great spices, is really special. Its simplicity belies its delicious, complex flavor. Soups are a great Mediterranean diet food category and this one, totally vegan and so […]
I am constantly on the hunt for recipes that check certain boxes. They have to be versatile, healthy, and (sometimes) quick and easy. If they can include lots of healthy Greek and Mediterranean diet ingredients – well, that’s even better!
If anyone remembers and loves the flavors of a creamsicle, that classic 1960s ice cream pop sold off of carts on the street you’ll love this orange crush Greek yogurt smoothie! Easy to make, healthy to boot, it’s the perfect quick Mediterranean diet meal on the go. Greek yogurt adds a delicious tartness and creaminess, […]
When I get hungry in the middle of the day, there are so many Mediterranean diet lunches I depend on. There are great salads, of course, and a number of soups that come together in a flash. There are also tons of sandwiches – the ones I make always lean on my favorite Greek ingredients […]
To make this classic Greek recipe for homemade phyllo pastry is a lot easier than most people think. I devote a class to it and to the wonderful seasonal savory pies that are part of the Ikaria traditions, when I run my seminars on the island. Keep in mind, too, that the variety of savory […]
Is there a better cheese than feta? Salty, slightly sour, earthy, and packed in brine, it’s probably my favorite to include in everything from casseroles to salads and even sandwiches – or just on its own, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with oregano! And my site is filled with recipes that incorporate this great Greek cheese. This blog post features some of them, inspired by My Greek Table sponsor Dodoni Feta.
So by now, you probably know all about the Mediterranean Diet. It’s something I’ve talked about…well, pretty much every chance I get! This diet is about certain types of recipes, of course, but crucially, it’s also a mindset that can help you consume healthier foods that are good for your body and mind.
If dessert can be healthy, halva would win the top prize. Halva Semigdalenios, or Semolina Halva, is one of the most traditional Greek desserts and it's often served during periods of fasting because it contains no dairy. Indeed, it's a traditional vegan desssert before Greeks even knew they had a great selection of vegan recipes […]